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Review by Krista

"good piano teacher

Javier is a patient teacher. Schedule is flexible."

Sacramento, CA teacher:
Javier A.

Review by MS.

"STUDENT

I HAVE THOROUGHLY ENJOYED TAKING LESSONS FROM MS. LORNA. SHE IS WELL LEARNED AND TALENTED AND IT SHOWS DURING THE LESSONS."

Miami, FL teacher:
Lorna L.

Review by Justin

"Meets all expectations

Kirstin is a great teacher for our daughter and continues to coach and train her. Consider this review a full fledged recommendati

on. Happy learning!"

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Milwaukee, WI teacher:
Kirstin R.

Review by Yulan

"I am so please to have Matthew as my 10 years old son’s music teacher. Matthew shows great passionate for music. He is fun, motivating, flexible and und

erstanding for for my son. He inspire him to world of music. Thanks for his patient and encouragements, my son had transformed from refused to open his mouth to confident enough to tell people he sings really well lately. Matthew helped him to build up his self esteem. Excellent communication and quick respond to questions and concerns. A+ teacher!"

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New York, NY teacher:
Matthew W.

Review by Chris

"Wow. Just wow. Never realized music was so simple! Wish I'd bumped into Brandon sooner!"

San Diego, CA teacher:
Brandon B.

Review by Brandilynn

"Lovely lady! She has been so helpful ever since I signed up for lessons with her! I've never taken voice lessons before so she has been showing me the rop

es. I have an audition coming up pretty soon and working with Whitney has definitely calmed the nerves a bit, she helped me pick out a couple songs and now I feel like I have a good chance of landing the part! Thank you miss Whitney! <3"

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San Antonio, TX teacher:
Whitney V.

Review by Hidden Garnet

"Sandra H. is a teacher you can rely on to encourage you to perform not only for yourself, but for an audience. I can't remember a lesson day when Ms. Sand

ra wouldn't tell me, once I had mastered a piece, to play for the church congregation, or to one of her colleagues' open recitals. One specific time, I was asked to play 3 songs for the congregation by someone who heard Ms. Sandra specifically praising my skill. I was told to form a group of 3 total, so I invited a friend and my brother to play the trumpet and the violin, respectively. Ms. Sandra was very encouraging and determined to assist in perfecting the pieces I would do within the week I had to prepare, and I'm certain that without the help, the performance would have been a complete, total disaster. She not only provided a teacher's support - helping me practice the correct rhythm and speed, to name the parts I had trouble with - she also gave me a friend's support, telling me not to allow stage-fright to consume my confidence before I even had a chance to start.

What can I say? She's a great teacher, and cares for her students beyond the borders of the musical world."

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Richmond, VA teacher:
Sandra H.

Review by Jesse

"Definitely recommend her!

Suzette brings energy and encouragement to lessons. She is patient and cares about her students' learning. In addition to givin

g quality lessons that really helped me improve, she offered them at a reasonable price, in an industry that can get very pricey! You will be very happy if you chose Suzette for your instructor."

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New York, NY teacher:
Suzette R.

Review by Mrs. Mandy

""Take Mandy M's educational degree, add her extensive experience as a musician and as a music teacher, then mix in her love of children, and you've got th

e recipe for a wonderful experience in learning about piano and musical performance.""

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Austin, TX teacher:
Mrs. Mandy M.

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Popular Music Teachers Near New Hyde Park

About Jason

Jason has been playing Guitar since childhood and a graduate from Five Towns College with degree's in Music performance and Audio Recording Technology.
Specializing in writing, performance and improvisation in both the commercial and jazz realms of music, Jason currently works in a professional recording studio Mid-town Manhattan as a music producer and sound engineer.
Jason has worked with some of the biggest names in the music industry and will teach you exactly what you need in order to get that sound everyone is looking for.
*** Lesson Details ***
Learn Song Writing, learn the art of sound recording and learn improvisation In Rock, Pop, Jazz and R&B.
I work with students to make sure they have a firm understanding of what I teach from concept stage to real-time ...

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Jason D. April 4, 2013
Music Theory

Excellent Teacher -Makes Learning Easy

Lessons from Jason are a pleasure because his person-ability and friendliness.

About Trina

I'm a friendly, patient, enthusiastic, experienced teacher, joyfully instructing piano professionally since 1999. Music transcends words, and I have a deep understanding of music/ piano, both personal/ experiential, and technical/ academic which I truly enjoy sharing with my students.
A classically-trained pianist, I've been taking piano lessons since age 6 and playing "by ear" from early childhood. I continued to study piano throughout elementary school, high school, and college where I studied piano, music history and theory.
I studied and completed fieldwork and internships in music therapy and psychology, and have extensive experience working with students with special needs.
In graduate school, I studied piano and music theory under David Holzman, world-renowned ...

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Yvonne C. March 23, 2015
Piano ·
In studio Verified Student

My 5 and 8 years old sons have been learning piano from Ms.Trina almost a year. I was amazed at Ms. Trina's unending patience. I cannot believe I can find a piano teacher with good patience dealing with my sons. My 5 year old son was always lacking confidence to do every single thing, but through Ms. Trina's encouragement, he has gain confidence and he actually feels proud of himself when he plays something well. My 8 years old son likes to complain every single things, but he was so happy with Ms. Trina and he even told me Ms. Trina is the best teacher. Ms. Trina also customized each lesson according to my sons' needs. She is creative and fun approach to work totally engaged my sons. She is such an amazing and one of a kind teacher- her love for her work is apparent in her commitment to her students.

Ada P. February 9, 2015
Piano ·
In studio

My daughter is 6 and just started piano lesson with Ms Trina this Jan, she loves her piano lesson and looking forward to the weekend lesson. Trina is very patient and friendly to kid, and makes it fun and interesting to a young beginner.

Agron Z. February 8, 2015
Piano ·
In studio

The best teacher. Very dedicated and very enthusiastic. She knows how to motivate and challenge the student. She makes piano lessons very enjoyable and actually my son always looks forward to his lesson. I would highly recomend her.

About Danielle

I have been taking the world by surprise since the age of 4. I began studying at Queens College at 6 years old and was a recital pianist by the age of 12. I was a consumer of music, from the Music Theory lessons on Saturdays, piano lessons on Thursdays and voice lessons on Saturday afternoons, my life was filled with music.
It is to no one's surprise that I completed my first demo at the age of 13 and was performing for Queens Colleges audiences at 14. I went on the rank high in the NYSSMA series in both piano and voice. I also went on to study music in college and began touring with gospel troupes nationally. Since then I has done many workshops, Master Classes, tour dates, theatre shows etc. Too many to date. I am a sought after teacher for voice, piano and broadway singing. I train

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Andre "A-Minor" J. January 19, 2015
Singing ·
In studio

Ever since I started with Danielle, my voice has grown immensely! We are developing my artistry, I'm more confident on stage and I am now recording in her studio! She is AMAZING!!

Matthew T. January 8, 2015
Singing ·
In studio

Danielle is the greatest! Any student would be lucky to have her. She has years of expertise and she uses every bit of it to make us better. I'm extremely happy that I signed on with her. I have improved tremendously.

Dwayne M. September 10, 2014
Singing ·
In home Verified Student

An awesome , encouraging teacher who really wants the best for her students . Great spirit and great techniques to improve your vocal abilities !

About Asaf

I would not be the person I am today if music wasn't the focal point in my life as it is. Not only do I absolutely love performing and studying music myself, but I adore teaching as well. Part of the musical experience is taking what you hear and what you learn from others and building on it to create your own musical contributions. I take the gifts other teachers and musicians have given me very seriously and subsequently feel the great importance of imparting my knowledge unto others.
Whether you want to be a professional, or just be competent enough to enjoy yourself, we all practice, study technique and gain knowledge about music with really only one goal in mind: To have all the tools necessary to express ourselves adeptly through music. All the technique in the world will not ...

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Bindia M. December 20, 2012 Verified Student

Flexible teaching methods!

Asaf is just brilliant. During the first session, my son was very distracted by the other things in the music room ie lights, instruments etc but Asaf managed to engage him by being extremely flexible in his teaching ie he is not wedded to any order and has a lesson plan in mind but goes with the flow and the interest of the child - this ensures that all that was intended on being covered is, and as a result of the flexibility, my son just loves these drum lesson and Asaf. Asaf makes him focus and has built a great teacher/student relationship in only 3 session. I would highly recommend Asaf.

Petra V. August 23, 2012
Drum Verified Student

The Consummate Professional

Asaf has trained my son initially on a practice pad. Taught my son Quater notes, Eighth notes and moved on to the Snare Durm and worked his way up to 16th notes. He taught my son how to use wrist action, rather then his arms. The fact that ASAF travels to my home and instructs my son is definitely a plus. He is highly commmunicative and flexible.

PetraV April 9, 2012

Percussion Instructor

My son has been showing excitement and interest in practicing and looks forward to Asaf coming on Saturdays. We look forward to seeing our son's progress and working with Asaf.

About Michael

Michael T. D. (b. 1991) is an educator, composer, and arranger from Long Island, New York. Michael received his Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education from LIU Post. During his tenure at LIU Post, he studied composition and orchestration with renowned educational composer Carl Strommen, trumpet with Brad Siroky, and conducting with Dr. James McRoy. Michael has had a number of works commissioned from him for ensembles like the LIU Post Wind Symphony and Manhattan School of Music Precollege Brass Ensemble, among other community and public school groups.
In 2011, Michael served as a composer-in-residence with the Manhattan School of Music Precollege Brass Ensemble, and again in 2012 with the Candlewood Middle School 6th Grade Band in Dix Hills, NY. In the summer of 2012, the LIU ...

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Carol B. August 3, 2014
Trumpet ·
In studio Verified Student

Michael is an wonderful teacher! He is extremely patient, very encouraging, informative, personable, and easy to talk to. I have always wanted to play an instrument so I decided to take trumpet lessons. I am very happy Michael and I crossed paths. I work full time and he is very flexible with my schedule. He has coached me not only on how to play, but how to care for my trumpet- today my lesson included how to clean it. I am in awe with the how many instruments he can play. This is also fun for me because after just a few lessons, we are playing duets together! I am also excited that after a short period of time, I am actually reading music. Overall an amazing teacher that I would recommend for any instrument because of his vast knowledge in music!

About Greg

My promise to you is to get playing and enjoying making music. I believe the world needs more music and I committed and enthusiastic about making that happen for you. So if you feel the same way, let's rock as they say! :)
I am a Berklee College of Music attedee. I have been teaching students of all ages for over 25 years. Beginners are my specialty. It brings me great satisfaction to see my students grow into good players. I teach reading, theory, harmony, scales, riffs, lics as well as many styles including rock, blues, jazz, funk, folk, reggae and classical studies, etc. Let's not forget your favorite songs.
I am a also a music producer specializing in producing singer songwriters, bands. etc. I write songs for artists as well as with artists. I have also scored TV and ...

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Lorraine W. March 29, 2015
Guitar ·
In home

Our son has been taking guitar lessons since he was seven years old. Greg came highly recommended to us from a local music store. We chose Greg because of his expertise, knowledge and ability to teach Robert everything he needs to be an amazing guitarist. Learning to read music might not always be easy but Greg was able to convey to our son the importance of this skill. Greg has been the catalyst in making sure Robert is the skilled guitarist that he is today. Greg has taught Robert every style of music. Robert has been in the Jazz Band since 9th grade. In addition to playing with the Wind Ensemble, Robert has been asked to accompany the high school Show Choir and to participate in the elementary school performances. This year he will be attending All County for Guitar. Greg is always reliable, extremely flexible and dependable as a teacher. I would highly recommend Greg as an instructor. Robert is extremely impressed by his abilities and professionalism.

George G. March 29, 2015
Guitar

Greg is truly a master guitar player who can play just about any style of music. He plays on a level few musicians attain and understands the benefits of a diligent, focused practice regimen. I mean, the guy can play Frank Zappa note-for-note! Greg is tremendously knowledgeable and is genrerous in sharing that know-how. He is an intelligent, caring, committed individual. Two thumbs up!

Hugh S. March 28, 2015
Guitar ·
In studio

Greg is a phenomenal guitarist and musician, and and exceptional teacher. He is patient, keenly observant, and provides clear paths to improvement. I would recommend Greg very highly as a guitar teacher.

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